NuggMD Patient FAQs — Hawaii

In Hawaii, residents approved by a physician or APRN and non-residents with a valid home state medical marijuana card are eligible. Requirements include valid government-issued ID/passport and a licensed practitioner's recommendation.

Physicians and APRNs may recommend cannabis for any condition they believe would benefit from its use. Common conditions include AIDS, ALS, cachexia, cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, lupus, MS, HIV positive status, PTSD, rheumatoid arthritis, seizures, severe pain, severe nausea, and severe muscle spasms.

Yes. Hawaii passed legislation that allows physicians and APRNs to recommend medical cannabis for any condition they believe would benefit from its use.

Having a Hawaii 329 registration — a Hawaii medical card — is the only way to access medicinal cannabis.

The initial state application fee is $38.50; renewal costs the same or $77 for two-year registration. Medical evaluation at NuggMD costs $98.

No. Health insurance won't cover costs because cannabis remains federally illegal.

NuggMD connects patients with a qualified Hawaii medical cannabis doctor in as little as 15 minutes, with no appointment needed.

If you're not approved by the practitioner, you get your money back.

If unapproved, evaluation is free. Cancellation before evaluation incurs a $10 processing fee. Post-approval refunds unavailable. Processing takes 3-5 business days.

You must maintain an ongoing relationship with the same licensed practitioner for two-year renewals.

Depends on destination state rules. Some states don't allow reciprocity.

Yes, with valid government-issued ID. Residents need proof of residency. Out-of-state residents can apply for temporary cards.